ISL 2023-24: FC Goa, Kerala Blasters face-off in 'top of the table' affair

Fixtures between FC Goa & Kerala Blasters average four goals per game.

This week’s super Sunday will witness Kerala Blasters take a trip to the western coast of India to play FC Goa. It will be a top of the table affair as Kerala Blasters sit at the top of the table while FC Goa just one point behind them.

It has been an exciting fixture over the years and the same can be expected come sunday. On that note, let us take a look at how things stand ahead of this blockbuster fixture between two ISL giants.

The Stakes

FC Goa

FC Goa have had an incredible run so far this season. In six league games, the Gaurs have won five and drawn just one. They have become an unstoppable force under Manolo Marquez and will look to get better in the games to come.

They come into this tie after a hard fought 1-0 win over Jamshedpur FC at home. They are currently placed second on the table with just a point being the difference between them and Kerala Blasters.

Kerala Blasters

The stakes are pretty high for Kerala Blasters. They come into this game after an entertaining 3-3 draw against Chennaiyin FC at home. The game could’ve gone their way if they had converted their chances.

The Blasters sit at the top of the summit with 17 points to their name and will want to solidify their lead at the top with a win on Sunday. However, FC Goa are going to be their toughest test so far this season.

Team and Injury News

FC Goa are expected to have a fully fit squad while Jeakson Singh and Aibhanbha Dohling are still out for Kerala Blasters.

Head-to-head

Played: 18

FC Goa wins: 10

Kerala Blasters: 4

Draws: 4

Predicted Line-Up

FC Goa: (4-2-3-1)

Arshdeep Singh (GK), Seriton Fernandes, Odei Onaindia, Sandesh Jhingan, Jay Gupta, Raynier Fernandes, Carl McHugh, Udanta Singh, Victor Rodriguez, Brandon Fernandes, Noah Sadaoui

Kerala Blasters FC (4-4-2)

Sachin Suresh (GK), Pritam Kotal, Hormipam Ruivah, Milos Drincic, Naocha Huidrom Singh, Daisuke Sakai, Danish Farooq, Vibin Mohanan, Mohammed Aimen, Kwame Peprah, Adrian Luna

Players to watch

Victor Rodriguez (FC Goa)

The Spaniard has been a great addition for the Guars. He has become an influential figure under Manolo Marquez’s system and has helped FC Goa win crucial moments. He has found the back of the net twice and has also provided two assists so far this season. Moreover, he is also FC Goa’s top scorer this season.

Dimitrios Diamantakos (Kerala Blasters)

The Greek forward has hit the ground running for the Blasters. He has already scored four goals for his side in just five games. He averages a goal every 102 minutes for his side. Moreover, he has also provided an assist for his side which makes it five goal contributions for him in five matches.

Did You Know?

• This fixture averages almost four goals per game.
• FC Goa have won 10 games against Kerala Blasters.
• FC Goa are one of the only three undefeated sides this season.

Telecast

The live streaming and broadcast of the game between FC Goa and Kerala Blasters FC from the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (Fatorda Stadium), on December 3 will be available on the Jio Cinema app and Sports 18 channel. The kick-off is at 8:00 PM.

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